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Moamba, Mozambique

Maputo Province · 🇲🇿 Mozambique

Moamba is a small city in Maputo Province, Mozambique with a population of 14,940. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
14,940 Population
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
25.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.3%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
84% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 81.4%
556% higher than US avg

People

Population14,940
Median Age17.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$622
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty81.4%

Health

Obesity10.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.6%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI168 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband19.8%
Population14,940
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates-25.6027°, 32.2461°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceMaputo Province
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (640 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.2 years

Is Moamba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moamba receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Moamba faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 81.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Moamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 168.

Moamba has a population of 14,940. The median age is 17.2 years, 56% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 5.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 50.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,940
Total Population
17.2yrs
Median Age
56% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Moamba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Moamba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moamba is N/A. Per capita income is $622 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 81.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 38.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Moamba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$622

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
84% above US avg
Poverty Rate81.4%
556% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living38.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Moamba, 10.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 38.6% have high blood pressure. 6.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 87.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Moamba vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.3%
68% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.6%
53% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity87.1%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate50.0%

Food & Exercise

Moamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 168 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median168.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %13.2%

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates-25.6027°N, 32.2461°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 4.5 in
March 76°F (25°C) 3.0 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
August 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
September 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in

Moamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 66°F in June to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.3").

7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 19.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Moamba

What is the population of Moamba?

Moamba has a population of 14,940 residents and is located in Mozambique.. The median age of residents is 17.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Moamba expensive to live in?

Moamba is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 38.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Moamba?

Moamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 168.

How is the job market in Moamba?

The unemployment rate in Moamba is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Moamba?

7.5% of adults in Moamba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Moamba?

The obesity rate in Moamba is 10.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.6% of adults are smokers. 87.1% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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